ThinkServer Software: Linux & Virtualization

Virtualization Ready

Whether large or small, your networks demand a variety of operating systems addressing the needs of virtualization,
IT infrastructure, virtual desktop (VDI), and general productivity needs for offices and computing environments.
Trust Lenovo to certify and support a wide range of choices from industry-leading software providers. For
compatibility between software products and the ThinkServer series of racks and towers, view the
ThinkServer OS compatibility matrix.

Novell SUSE Linux Enterprise Server Operating System

SUSE Linux Enterprise Server for Lenovo ThinkServer systems consists of bundled offerings that include
the operating system and support in a single, easy-to-purchase offering. Choose 1-year or 3-year software maintenance,
and standard or priority service support.

Key Advantages of SUSE Linux Enterprise Server:

Most interoperable  The only enterprise Linux endorsed by Microsoft, optimized to run with Windows.

Enterprise capabilities at an affordable price  Built for your most demanding workloads and requirements.
Recommended by SAP and optimized for SAP applications.

Part #

Description

Maintenance

Support

55Y7037

SLES for Lenovo ThinkServer

1 year SLES

with 1 year Standard Support

55Y7038

SLES for Lenovo ThinkServer

1 year SLES

with 1 year Priority Support

55Y7039

SLES for Lenovo ThinkServer

3 years SLES

with 3 years Standard Support

55Y7040

SLES for Lenovo ThinkServer

3 years SLES

with 3 years Priority Support

Supported Software for ThinkServer

If you have a preference for Citrix®, VMWare®, or RedHat®, we’ve tested and certified these products
as well to provide the support you need to manage your networks efficiently. For compatibility between
software products and the ThinkServer series of racks and towers, view the
ThinkServer OS compatibility matrix.